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4 Tips for Helping the Syrian People in Crisis
Ari Cetron on September 14, 2015
The best ways to contribute to people affected by the conflict and make sure your money doesn’t end up in the hands of a scammer instead.
10 Automakers to Put This Crash-Prevention System in All New Cars
Jim Gold on September 13, 2015
Find out which makers will install Automatic Emergency Breaking as a standard feature, and how this technology could change insurance rates.
Hacker Easily Cracks TSA-Approved Luggage Locks
Jim Gold on September 13, 2015
TSA says the purpose of the locks was to provide peace of mind for travelers, but even that function is now in question.
Seattle Teachers Strike Puts 53,000 Students in Limbo
Jim Gold on September 13, 2015
Negotiations are to resume Saturday to iron out disputes over teacher pay and other issues. The city’s public schools have been closed for the first three days of the new academic year.
5 Smart Money Moves for First-Time College Students
Allison Martin on September 11, 2015
Headed off to college as a freshman? Here are some tips to help set the foundation for your financial future.
Why Employers Are Struggling to Fill 5.8 Million Open Jobs
Karla Bowsher on September 11, 2015
The number of job openings is at a record high, but some of these positions are likely to go unfilled for a while. Find out why.
People With Arthritis More Likely to Slip Into Poverty
Karla Bowsher on September 11, 2015
Men and women with arthritis have a significantly greater chance of becoming poor. And one gender is especially at risk.
How NFL Game Scores Affect Stock Market Returns
Karla Bowsher on July 11, 2016
The effect of National Football League game outcomes ripples all the way to Wall Street, new research shows.
For $900 a Month, You Can Have it All (in Missoula)
Bob Sullivan on September 11, 2015
Here’s a town that exists within a ‘sane circle,’ where earning a regular living is enough to afford regular housing and lifestyle.
New Rules Will Boost Ailing Credit Scores for Millions
Jim Gold on September 10, 2015
If you’re an American with unresolved debt related to medical bills, this could be very good news for you.
Boomers, Gen Xers Say They Aren’t Fiscally Fit For Retirement
Jim Gold on September 10, 2015
Health and wealth rank high among concerns in a new survey of two generations closest to retirement age.
Don’t Let Your College Student Fail Money 101
Jim Gold on September 10, 2015
A new survey indicates most college students think they know more about how to handle money than they really do. Here’s how to educate them.
Community Colleges Offering the Most — and Least — for Your Cash
Karla Bowsher on September 10, 2015
To get the most bang for your buck at a community college, consider heading to one state in the Southeast.
Consumer Debt Hits Record High — and That’s a Good Thing?
Karla Bowsher on September 10, 2015
While debt is generally bad news for personal finances, it reflects good news about the economy.
Half of Americans Have High Diabetes Risk
Karla Bowsher on September 10, 2015
About 1 out of every 2 people in the U.S. has diabetes or pre-diabetes, new research shows. Here is what you can do to protect your family.
6 Gadgets That Pave the Way for Better Road Trips
Christopher Elliott on September 10, 2015
Tech for your car that helps you steer clear of speed traps, find your way through uncharted territory, avoid breakdowns, increase your fuel efficiency and more.
AMA Warns Health Insurance Mergers Will Drive Up Patient Costs
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
Critics in the medical establishment say the proposed mergers involving four major insurance companies will undermine quality medical care. Here’s why.
Giant Debt Collectors to Cough Up $79 Million in Settlement
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
The CFPB says it moved against the companies to halt “illegal and obnoxious debt collection practices.” The companies maintain the government is overreaching.
Amazon to Roll Out $50 Tablet
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
It’s inexpensive and little — almost a disposable device — but will consumers take the bait?
People Ditching Home Offices for Shared Workspaces
Karla Bowsher on September 9, 2015
Renting a desk downtown might be more expensive than working from home, but that hasn’t stopped co-working spaces from gaining in popularity.
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